Risk Factors for Peptic Ulcer Disease

A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.

It is possible to develop peptic ulcer disease with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk factors you have, the greater your likelihood of developing peptic ulcer disease. If you have a number of risk factors, ask your doctor what you can do to reduce your risk.

Infection with
H. pylori
is the most common risk factor for developing peptic ulcer disease. Keep in mind that the majority of people with
H. pylori
infection do not ever get peptic ulcer disease symptoms.

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